@Anonymous wrote:It sounds like you have three issues:
1. You don't like charge cards
2. You don't like AMEX
3. You don't understand the prestige of the AMEX card
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1. That's totally fine, but there are many people who--as other members have mentioned--really benefit from charge cards because they use them as their debit cards and PIF every month. It keeps their finances on track and they rack up the rewards points.
2. As for not liking AMEX, that is fine too. They are a rigid company, but they treat their customers well. And by customers, I do mean those that use the cards regularly, pay on time and preferably in full, and respect the credit they are given. Many other cards are now offering the same benefits and I hear Discover has better customer service than AMEX, so you may wish to try business with them.
3. Personally, I didn't know AMEX was such a big deal until I started this forum. To me, it was the first credit card I ever owned and I like them because they have great CSRs that don't have accents. I have so much difficulty with accents on the phone, it's sad. I think this was more a grandfathered effect. AMEX had a lot of prestige in our parents' generation and that has carried over to some of us today. In the end, a credit card is a credit card. They all swipe the same; for the most part spend the same; and as long as you pay in full and never have a problem that will require you to call in; there is no real difference in what you carry in your wallet.
I'm sorry you had a bad experience with a company I love so much, but that's the way it goes.
Good Post!
@namvet wrote:Ok! We all have our opinions. Thanks for yours. Amex is still the King of Credit as is Arty is the king of warefare!
I'll sign on to AMEX being the king od credit when they give me that BCE!!! 
@Anonymous wrote:Reading some of these posts really makes me wonder if people know the definition of prestige.
- The level of respect at which one is regarded by others; standing.
- A person's high standing among others; honor or esteem.
- Widely recognized prominence, distinction, or importance: a position of prestige in diplomatic circles.
I don't find plastic or titanium prestigious. The most I ever get is "This card is heavy". If going solely for an Amex for prestige and impressing others, your going to be disappointed.
...........I know you got some looks at that Cent!!!!! 
@LS2982 wrote:
@Anonymous wrote:Reading some of these posts really makes me wonder if people know the definition of prestige.
- The level of respect at which one is regarded by others; standing.
- A person's high standing among others; honor or esteem.
- Widely recognized prominence, distinction, or importance: a position of prestige in diplomatic circles.
I don't find plastic or titanium prestigious. The most I ever get is "This card is heavy". If going solely for an Amex for prestige and impressing others, your going to be disappointed............I know you got some looks at that Cent!!!!!
Usually due to weight. Not once due to status. 
Im far from alone. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1299509-who-notices-what-centurion-card.html
Makes a good weapon though
@Anonymous wrote:
@LS2982 wrote:
@Anonymous wrote:Reading some of these posts really makes me wonder if people know the definition of prestige.
- The level of respect at which one is regarded by others; standing.
- A person's high standing among others; honor or esteem.
- Widely recognized prominence, distinction, or importance: a position of prestige in diplomatic circles.
I don't find plastic or titanium prestigious. The most I ever get is "This card is heavy". If going solely for an Amex for prestige and impressing others, your going to be disappointed............I know you got some looks at that Cent!!!!!
Usually due to weight. Not once due to status.
Im far from alone. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1299509-who-notices-what-centurion-card.html
Makes a good weapon though
Thats because credit addicts like all of us aren't heavily populated outside of this forum!
@LS2982 wrote:
@Anonymous wrote:
@LS2982 wrote:
@Anonymous wrote:Reading some of these posts really makes me wonder if people know the definition of prestige.
- The level of respect at which one is regarded by others; standing.
- A person's high standing among others; honor or esteem.
- Widely recognized prominence, distinction, or importance: a position of prestige in diplomatic circles.
I don't find plastic or titanium prestigious. The most I ever get is "This card is heavy". If going solely for an Amex for prestige and impressing others, your going to be disappointed............I know you got some looks at that Cent!!!!!
Usually due to weight. Not once due to status.
Im far from alone. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1299509-who-notices-what-centurion-card.html
Makes a good weapon though
Thats because credit addicts like all of us aren't heavily populated outside of this forum!
I blame this forum for half the cards I have. I mean, someone of my age should have 1-2 student cards. Look what you people do to me! lol